Roman Coin | Silver Antoninianus Army The new French State began

The new French State began minting new coins that would pictorially represent the new espoused values

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The use of the fasces as a central element reflects how Mussolini’s regime sought to link itself to the grandeur of ancient Rome

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Roman Coin | Silver Antoninianus Army The new French State beganHistory of the Artifact The antoninianus, introduced in the early 3rd century CE, replaced the silver denarius as Rome faced economic instability and inflation. Officially valued at two denarii, it became known as the "double denarius," though its silver content was only slightly higher than that of a single denarius. This shift aimed to meet financial demands, especially for military expenses, but contributed to further currency devaluation over